Supporting Postdoctoral Researchers at Cincinnati Children’s
Postdoctoral researchers play a vital role in advancing discovery at Cincinnati Children’s. Our office provides the structure, guidance, and community you need to move confidently from training to independence. For more than two decades, we’ve helped postdocs strengthen their science, expand their professional networks, and prepare for careers across academia, industry, and beyond.
Building Skills for Every Stage of Your Career
Our programs are designed to help you grow not only as a scientist, but also as a leader, collaborator, and mentor. Fellows can:
- Teach through partnerships with the University of Cincinnati, Miami University, and Xavier University
- Strengthen grant writing and peer-review skills through the Strauss Research Fellow pilot grant program
- Prepare for the job market with networking events and workshops on communication and leadership
- Mentor undergraduate and graduate trainees through SURF and RaMP
- Explore multiple career paths, from faculty positions to research and staff scientist roles at Cincinnati Children’s
A Collaborative Community of Fellows
We understand that your postdoctoral years are critical for shaping your future career. Our goal is to equip you with practical skills and meaningful experiences that set you up for success, no matter where your career journey takes you. Led by the Postdoctoral Affairs Committee—including our faculty director and elected postdoc fellow representatives—we create programming that reflects your needs and aspirations.
